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Debate on railroad tariffs and state regulation
In a lengthy Iowa Senate debate, speakers analyze railroad finances, investment returns, and the impact of regulating tariffs. Proponents argue for state action to curb monopolistic practices and improve transport costs, while opponents warn of harming growth, noting capital needs, existing gifts, and the risks of centralized control.
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Johnson
Winneshick
Muscatine
New England
Virginia
H. V. Poor
Great Britain
Iowa State Agricultural Society
Matt. Carpenter
Madison
Congress
Mr. McNutt
Sancho Panza
Bill
Jasper
Mulkern
General Assembly
Iowa
Winneshiek
Bulis
Agamemnon
Troy
Alaia
Winnechick
Hercules
Ciacie
Union
John S. Blair
Senate
J.G. Patterson
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Cerro Gordo
Floy Winneshirk
Fayette
Allamaker
Clayton
Dubuque
Jackson
Heaven
Horatio
Cedar Rapids
McGregor
Sioux City
R. R
St. Paul
Des Moines Valley
Patterson
Chicago
Eastman